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Accepting major credit cards is a basic element of doing business today. It’s important to know not all merchant processing is the same. At AmericanWest Bank we partner with First Data, a leader in merchant processing to help you succeed with convenient, cost-effective and secure payment processing solutions.

Whether you need solutions for in-person or online transactions, integrated terminals, paycards, gift cards or a loyalty program, we can help with a single-source solution—including one statement and one funding source for all your payment transactions.*

Get the best
Customer choice, speed, accuracy, data security and competitive rates add up to measurable benefits for your business. Accept virtually every payment option, including credit, debit, EBT, gift cards and Automated Clearing House (ACH). And for customers who prefer to pay by check, First Data offers TeleCheck Electronic Check Acceptance®, which helps your business reduce the risk of accepting checks. You also benefit from:
  • Proven dependability, with 99.99% uptime;
  • Consolidated, next-day funding** for all major credit cards;
  • 24/7/365 service and support;
  • Enhanced security and regulatory compliance to help keep you compliant with payment network rules and regulations;
  • Flexible reporting systems, including paper-based and online options;
  • Competitive pricing on terminals and processing solutions; and International payment processing.
Solutions for any size business
One size does not fit all. You choose the processing method that works best for you—from all-in-one countertop models to wireless solutions for businesses on the go.

Card-Present
First Data offers the choice, affordability and technology to meet your needs. You get performance, security, reliability and ease of use—plus adaptability when your processing needs change. And terminal features includes:
  • Ultra-fast processors;
  • High-speed, built-in printers;
  • IP and dial-up connectivity, with optional Wi-Fi;
  • Intuitive touch-screen interfaces; and
  • Lease, rental and purchase options.
Card-not-Present
If you’re doing business over the Internet, by phone or mail, or in any card-not-present (CNP) environment, we have you covered. Take advantage of:
  • Fully-integrated Web services
  • Credit, debit and check acceptance for online, telephone or mail-order transactions; and
  • eCommerce solutions that help you turn any PC with Internet access into a point-of-sale terminal.
Add Value
With First Data, you can also initiate turnkey loyalty solutions including a store-branded gift card program and prepaid debit card program. These value-added programs can help you drive the frequency of customer visits, increase customer loyalty and increase your sales and profits while reducing costs.


Local Assistance
If you have a question or want to know more about maximizing value for your business we’re here, ready to assist in many ways:
  • Meet with a First Data experts in person or over the telephone;
  • Ask questions about your account, explore other processing choices, and even get tips to minimize risk and chargebacks; and
  • Receive a personal tutorial with the hardware you selected.
To learn more about how our convenient, cost-effective, secure payment processing solutions can help grow your business, please contact any AmericanWest Bank branch, or send us an email and we’ll contact you!

*Some conditions apply on combining Discover Network and American Express on one statement. Call for details.

**Some restrictions may apply. May not be available in all areas.

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